Our year-round reference tool incorporates descriptions/definitions for hundreds of different types of equipment used for various manufacturing processes in the ceramic, glass, refractories, and brick industries.

As we work to put the finishing touches on our exclusive annual Equipment Digest issue, I’m reminded of a quote from Arthur C. Clarke: “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.”

As I write this column, I’ve already got candy on the brain. This is definitely the time of year for costumes, pumpkins and other decorations—and sugar shock. Be sure to stock up on plenty of candy, or you might wake up the day after trick-or-treat to find toilet paper streaming throughout your front yard!